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Tavi Gevinson Is Speaking in Sydney and Melbourne

Shirin Borthwick — Wed, 10 Jul 2013 04:16:47 +0000

Tavi, child empress of fashion writing, comes to Sydney and Melbourne.

Seven Ideas for Sustainable Living from the City of Sydney’s Data Slam

Zacha Rosen — Mon, 08 Jul 2013 14:13:25 +0000

Better living through technology is the mission for hackers and designers mining city data feeds.

DIY Drones Could Revolutionise Your Life

Shirin Borthwick — Mon, 08 Jul 2013 07:52:17 +0000

Drone It Yourself takes the guesswork out of droning, letting you 3D print customisable parts.

City Farming Goes Vertical with Edible Wall for Sydney Design

Shirin Borthwick — Mon, 08 Jul 2013 05:30:45 +0000

Sydney gets a logical and aesthetically pleasing source of nomz.

Pebble Smart Watch Hits Retail Stores in US

Jasmine Crittenden — Sun, 07 Jul 2013 03:14:54 +0000

The wearable technology flood gates are set to open.

This Just In: Vinted, the European resale juggernaut Australians have been waiting for, lands here on 1 July

Eliza Campbell — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:16:48 +0000

Vinted, one of Europe's biggest resale marketplaces, lands in Australia on 1 July — fee-free for sellers, backed by Australia Post and opening a UK selling corridor from day one.

The Best Australian Fashion Labels to Know Right Now

Haymun Win — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 03:22:12 +0000

From emerging names to established favourites, these fashion designers down under are worth watching.

Now Open: Raes Expands Beyond Wategos with a Stylish New Byron Stay Complete with Rooftop Swims and Luxe Spa Sessions

Hudson Brown — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 22:01:06 +0000

Luxury hotelier Raes is expanding its Byron footprint with a sophisticated new property designed for longer stays and laidback indulgence.

The Best Hearty Roasts in Sydney

Ashleigh Synnott — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 08:50:44 +0000

There's nothing quite like a juicy, slow-cooked, gravy-drenched roast on a chilly Sydney Sunday.

CP Picks: 14 Australian-Designed Coats for When the Jacket Is the Outfit

Eliza Campbell — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 03:36:21 +0000

The locally designed outerwear worth buying once (and wearing for a decade).

Coming Soon: Unholy Playhouse Is Indulging the Irreverent, Taking Over a Historic Church with Art, Food and After-Dark Parties

Hudson Brown — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 23:01:15 +0000

The pews are gone, but the party's arrived as this former church transforms into a gloriously irreverent after-dark venue.

This Just In: Pegassi Is Bringing His All-Night Warehouse Sets to Australia for the First Time This December

Eliza Campbell — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:53:28 +0000

The fast-rising Belgian producer will play extended all-night-long shows at Melbourne's The Wool Store and Sydney's Carriageworks.

Melbourne's Favourite Streetwear Social Enterprise HoMie Is Popping Up in Sydney This Weekend

Lauren McNamara — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 01:23:18 +0000

The beloved brand is finding a temporary home in Surry Hills — for two days only.

Melbourne Faux Fur Label Unreal Fur Is Popping Up in Paddington for a Four-Day-Only Sale

Eliza Campbell — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 20:51:11 +0000

Unreal Fur is setting up its first-ever Sydney pop-up on Oxford Street, Paddington — with racks of samples, current season coats and more.

A New Grocer Lands Inside Maison Balzac's Stylish Surry Hills Boutique

Haymun Win — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 06:51:02 +0000

The makers of whimsical glassware are dabbling in pantry goods at MB Marché this June.

Emerging From Living Room Workouts to a Second Darlinghurst Location, Body by Berner's New Studio Brings a Design-Led Edge

Hudson Brown — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 04:30:39 +0000

A 500-kilogram sculpture modelled on its founder anchors this striking new wellness destination.

Australia's Best Interior Design Projects Have Been Chosen — with a Demountable Campus in Hobart Claiming the Top Prize

Hudson Brown — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 02:04:05 +0000

The nation's best interior design project for 2026 isn't a hotel or home — it's a future-forward university campus.

These Popular Sydney Restaurants Are Offering Up To 50 Percent Off Your Bill, Making Dining Out This Winter More Enticing

Jade Solomon — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:36:19 +0000

Eleven venues across the SRG portfolio are offering up to 50 per cent off three-course dining menus.

HOKA Hits Its Stride on Pitt Street, Launching an Elevated Flagship Built for Runners, Recovery and Results

Hudson Brown — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:10:19 +0000

Sydney runners are getting a new home base as HOKA launches an immersive flagship packed with performance-focused features.

Celebrating Its Dark Sky Reserve Designation, Visit Sunshine Coast Is Hiring a Chief Star Counter to Audit the Constellations

Hudson Brown — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:01:56 +0000

Australia has a brand-new stargazing reserve — and you might be hired to help count the night sky from a plush getaway spot.

SANDBOX Emerges From Sydney's Underground to Launch a Massive Multi-City Hard Techno Takeover Stacked with Huge Names

Hudson Brown — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 03:16:51 +0000

After four years underground, SANDBOX is stepping into the spotlight with a hard techno tour spanning four cities.

Where to Shop EOFY Sales in 2026, Both Online and IRL

Haymun Win — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:28:22 +0000

It's finally time to check out that cart.

Prime Video and So Familia Are Hosting Free Styling Sessions Next Month to Celebrate the Release of 'ELLE'

Concrete Playground — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 03:28:43 +0000

To celebrate the release of 'ELLE', a Sydney vintage store will host free styling sessions alongside a curated edit of ’90s and Y2K pieces inspired by the Prime Video series.

This Just In: Ichiko Aoba and Cat Power Are Both Playing the Sydney Opera House Later This Year

Eliza Campbell — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 23:40:46 +0000

From hushed chamber-folk to late-night Southern soul, the Opera House has locked in two of next season's most anticipated Concert Hall shows.

The Book-It List: Every Big Concert, Comedy and Show On Sale Across Australia Right Now

Eliza Campbell — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 22:54:56 +0000

The shows worth locking in before they sell out, sorted by the month they land.